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Investing in Children
Friday, 29 June 2007, 1:14 pm | New Zealand Government
Speech by Hon Pete Hodgson, Minister of Health to the Canterbury Medical School Mid-Winter Dialogue Series More >>
Child health – more than a trip to McGehan Close
Friday, 29 June 2007, 1:12 pm | New Zealand Government
Spending money on the health and well-being of our children rather than cutting tax is the best investment for New Zealand’s future, say Health Minister Pete Hodgson and Minister for Social Development and Employment David Benson-Pope. More >>
Students promote good health
Friday, 29 June 2007, 10:39 am | New Zealand Government
Health Minister Pete Hodgson praised the leadership of young New Zealanders at the launch of a student health promotion initiative in Christchurch today. The initiative is part of the Labour-led government’s “Mission On” programme which is designed ... More >>
Youth Parliament to tackle climate change issues
Friday, 29 June 2007, 12:01 am | New Zealand Government
"Young people have strong views about looking after our planet for the benefit of future generations so I look forward to their debate on climate change at next month's Youth Parliament," says Youth Minister Nanaia Mahuta. More >>
Tobacco-use survey supports Government strategy
Thursday, 28 June 2007, 5:49 pm | New Zealand Government
Two-thirds of smokers in New Zealand have tried to quit in the past five years, the first comprehensive survey of New Zealanders' tobacco use shows. More >>
Former Patients of Psychiatric Hospitals - Q n A
Thursday, 28 June 2007, 5:45 pm | New Zealand Government
Confidential Forum for Former In-Patients of Psychiatric Hospitals: Questions and Answers More >>
Report of the Confidential Forum presented
Thursday, 28 June 2007, 5:43 pm | New Zealand Government
The government today welcomed the report of the Confidential Forum for Former In-Patients of Psychiatric Hospitals, which has allowed former in-patients to discuss their experiences in an accessible, informal and confidential environment. More >>
Tolley needs to get her facts straight yet again
Thursday, 28 June 2007, 4:40 pm | New Zealand Government
“Anne Tolley should get her facts straight before trying to ruin the lives of vulnerable people in our communites,” said the Minister for Child, Youth and Family Services, Ruth Dyson today. More >>
National's shameful record with immigration fraud
Thursday, 28 June 2007, 3:50 pm | New Zealand Government
National should be hiding in shame instead of criticising the Labour-led government's record on pursuing immigration fraud cases, says Immigration Minister David Cunliffe. More >>
State integrated schools to pay int'l student levy
Thursday, 28 June 2007, 2:58 pm | New Zealand Government
State integrated primary and secondary schools will be levied for costs associated with their international students from next year, Tertiary Education Minister Michael Cullen announced today. More >>
Tourism vitally important to New Zealand
Thursday, 28 June 2007, 2:55 pm | New Zealand Government
Figures out today confirm tourism's place as New Zealand's number one export earner, Minister Damien O'Connor says. More >>
Reform to toughen up the Infringement System
Thursday, 28 June 2007, 2:41 pm | New Zealand Government
Courts Minister Rick Barker today announced details of reforms to the Infringement System which will be tougher for those who don't pay their fines, and easier for those who do. More >>
Goff: Welcome home HMNZS Canterbury
Thursday, 28 June 2007, 2:40 pm | New Zealand Government
Welcome home HMNZS Canterbury - Address to mark the arrival of HMNZS Canterbury in Lyttelton More >>
BZP to be banned
Thursday, 28 June 2007, 2:38 pm | New Zealand Government
Jim Anderton, Associate Minister of Health and Leader of the Progressive Party, announced today that the Cabinet had agreed to his recommendation to ban BZP and related party pills. More >>
Paid Parental Leave rate increases 1 July
Thursday, 28 June 2007, 1:58 pm | New Zealand Government
From 1 July 2007, the maximum parental leave payment increases by nearly $20 per week, further supporting families with young children, Minister of Labour Ruth Dyson announced today. The rate increases from $372.12 per week to $391.28 per week this ... More >>
Deficit still underlines need to save
Thursday, 28 June 2007, 11:43 am | New Zealand Government
Finance Minister Michael Cullen today welcomed the narrowing of the annual current account deficit, but warned New Zealanders still need to save more as the deficit remained large by international standards. More >>
Dyson: CCS breakfast celebrating UN Convention
Thursday, 28 June 2007, 10:59 am | New Zealand Government
I want to congratulate CCS for its ongoing work to raise awareness of disability issues and change the public's attitudes and I'd particularly like to acknowledge Viv Maidaborn for her staunch advocacy and the CCS team across the country. More >>
Countdown to 21st Century Coronial System
Thursday, 28 June 2007, 10:22 am | New Zealand Government
Courts Minister Rick Barker said today that 1 July heralds the beginning of a 21st century coronial system. "On 1 July New Zealand will start a new era of coronial services when significant reforms designed to enhance public confidence in the integrity ... More >>
Laban: World Heritage Committee Pasifika Evening
Thursday, 28 June 2007, 10:21 am | New Zealand Government
Thank you for asking me to host this evening's event. Tonight is a celebration of our Pacific cultures and heritage. The Pacific States have pointed out during the development of your plans, that our Pacific Heritage defines our cultural identity. More >>
Better tenure security for radio licence holders
Thursday, 28 June 2007, 9:38 am | New Zealand Government
New regulations will ensure greater security of tenure for radio licence holders, says Communications Minister David Cunliffe. "Under the present radio licence regime, licensees have no guarantee of tenure," Mr Cunliffe said. "Radio licences may be ... More >>
